Football Coaching Diploma

Vocational Level 2 & 3

This course is for those who are interested in football and would like to gain a coaching qualification.

This course is for you if...

...you have a basic understanding and genuine interest in football.

...you maintain a basic level of personal fitness.

...you have the ability to work as part of a team.

...you are interested in pursuing a career in coaching or instructing children and adults in sport, in particular football.

Where can this course lead to?

There are multiple career opportunities, as the qualification is a recognised route into employment in the football industry. Progression routes can also lead to higher education in sport or football studies based courses.

What will I study on this course?

First Year

This is a tailored course which could include a selection of the following options:

Emergency first aid

Child safeguarding

Level 1 in coaching football

Level 2 in coaching, teaching and instruction

Second Year

Level 3 in coaching, teaching and instruction

Options for units in treatment of sports injury or sports psychology

Extended opportunities and enrichment

We have our Academy of Sport which offers specialist coaching and teams in eight different sports. We also offer coaching awards which, combined with academic grades, can secure your place at university or employment in a sport related career.

What grades do I need?

There are no specific course requirements, although personal fitness and a keen interest in football is essential. You are being trained to become a football coach so you need to be confident standing up in front of the class and taking coaching sessions.

Additional guidance is available at interview.

How will I be assessed?

100% coursework

How long is this course?

This course gives maximum flexibility based on your particular needs and the length of time you wish to study. Options exist to study a selection of the qualifications over just one year, or alternatively all of the coaching qualifications delivered over two years.